Man arrested for killing protected eagle owl

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The violence was captured on video, with audible screams from witnesses attempting to intervene. Sadly, the owl succumbed to its injuries, almost every bone in its ...

No need for military intervention in gang violence - WC top cop

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Police are however conducting a work study on another possible police station in Delft, due to crime levels.

Kidnapping, rape of paramedic in Khayelitsha raises alarm

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The brutal kidnapping and rape of a female paramedic by seven men in Khayelitsha has highlighted the dangerous environments in which many frontline workers, particularly ...

Financial difficulties spark Stellenbosch protests

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Stellenbosch University became the latest Western Cape institution to experience student unrest following protests at UCT and CPUT over fee blocks, financial exclusion ...

“Joshlin’s disappearance messed up my life”

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The mother-of-three was apprehended weeks after Joshlin went missing on February 19, 2024 and as the anniversary of her arrest approaches, Sigaqa said she is forced ...

How Joshlin’s case united a community

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

One year after the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, the Saldanha Bay community reflects on their united efforts to find her, highlighting the emotional ...

Police probing arson after taxis set alight in ongoing conflict

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

A fire at Nyanga taxi rank in Cape Town destroyed over fifteen vehicles, raising concerns over ongoing violence within the Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association.

NSPCA launches nationwide inspections after uncovering horrific chicken farm conditions

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The organisation was forced to humanely euthanise thousands of chickens at two broiler farms.

Leadership vacuum behind renewed gang violence on Cape Flats

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Activists warn that the recent elimination of gang leaders in Cape Town has led to a dangerous power vacuum, resulting in increased violence and calls for military ...

Police to probe bullying incident at Delft school after teen smeared with faeces

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Leiden High School learners protested in support of the victim and refused to go back to class.

Two major dogfighting operations uncovered in five days

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Major dogfighting operations have been uncovered just 30km apart - one in Ottery and another in Eerste River.

14-year-old boy's harrowing bullying experience at Delft school

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The horrific experience has resulted in the teen dropping out of school.

Unregistered Kraaifontein schools probed

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Activists are calling for the immediate closure of the Champion Student Private School in Kraaifontein, which operates without registration.

Bergrivier mayor survives no confidence vote, blames opposition for smearing his name

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The ANC, GOOD Party and the Patriotic Alliance wanted DA Mayor Ray van Rooy removed after drugs were allegedly found in his Calendula Street home in Piketberg in ...

Saldanha Bay mayor defends municipality against mismanagement claims

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Opposition parties in Saldanha Bay are demanding accountability over alleged mismanagement of R2. 5 million in public funds, as the mayor defends the municipality ...

Patricia van der Ross embraces new role

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis appointed Francine Higham, who has been at the forefront of efforts to expand the Safe Space shelter in the CBD, as Mayco member for Community ...

Dedicated principal shot dead in front of Kraaifontein primary school

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The principal’s wife was injured in the shooting and taken to hospital.

Son charged with elderly mother’s murder remanded in custody

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

An 81-year-old woman died after an alleged assault by her son, raising urgent concerns about domestic violence against the elderly.

Third Western Cape police officer arrested for rape in recent months

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Constable Naveron Jacobs faces multiple charges, including alleged rape and attempted sexual assault, after an inmate reported the incident.

Community mourns a crime fighter’s death, safety fears rise

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Following the shocking murder of a neighbourhood watch member, the Makhaza Community Police Forum has called for increased safety measures for crime fighters.

Police officer arrested for alleged rape of remandee at Blue Downs court

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

An officer's arrest for the alleged rape of a remandee in custody has raised serious questions about the integrity of the justice system and the protection of vulnerable ...

R10 000 reward offered after elderly couple attacked in Plettenberg Bay

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

CCTV footage captured the horrifying incident, showing the attacker wearing an orange hoodie, running toward the couple with a panga in hand.

Parents protest as Western Cape schools face overcrowding crisis

Nicola Daniels and Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The province currently has over 1. 2 million learners in public schools, with 107 000 children starting Grade 1 this year, while 100 000 started Grade 8.

Deadly taxi violence erupts at Nyanga transport hub

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The shootout was between two warring parties within the same taxi organisation, according to the provincial police commissioner.

Swimming pool shortage leaves Cape Town communities high and dry

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

In December, the City announced that 37 out of 38 pools would be operational this summer season, but only 27 were opened, including Sea Point, which was closed due ...